Barley vs Fordham

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Barley

Boy #24,885 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"barley grain, of the barley field"

Origin: Old English baerlic

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #24,885
Total SSA Count: 6
Syllables: 2
Formality: Casual

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Fordham

Boy #24,548 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"village at the ford; river-crossing settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #24,548
Total SSA Count: 6
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Barley Rank #24,885

Fordham Rank #24,548

Fordham is more popular, ranked #24548 vs #24885 for Barley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barley or Fordham more popular?

Fordham is more popular, ranked #24548 compared to Barley at #24885 in the United States.

What do Barley and Fordham mean?

Barley means "barley grain, of the barley field" (Old English baerlic origin). Fordham means "village at the ford; river-crossing settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Barley and Fordham boy or girl names?

Barley is primarily a boy name. Fordham is primarily a boy name.

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